Before & After Photos

In Pekin, Illinois, a homeowner struggled with recurring snow, ice, and water pooling directly in front of their garage, creating hazardous conditions and threatening property aesthetics. Unsealed joints allowed surface runoff to seep beneath the concrete, eroding the supporting subgrade soil and causing the slab to settle below its proper grade.

To eliminate the pooling issue without messy concrete replacement, System Design Specialist Tim Rollet inspected the site and designed a targeted repair strategy using PolyLevel® Concrete Leveling and NexusPro® Joint Sealant through MidAmerica Basement Systems.

Foreman Justin Maddox and crew member Devin S. executed the restoration with precision. The team drilled small injection ports through the settled slab and injected high-density PolyLevel polyurethane foam into the subbase. As the geopolymer expanded, it filled subterranean voids, compacted loose supporting soil, and lifted the concrete back to a level plane to direct water away from the garage entrance.

Following the lift, Justin and Devin S. sealed all cracks and expansion joints with NexusPro Joint Sealant. This flexible, UV-resistant sealant creates a durable waterproof barrier that stops moisture from penetrating the subgrade and prevents future soil erosion. The crew patched the injection holes, leaving behind a safe, fully functional, and well-protected garage entrance.

Large settlement cracks had become an issue for Wynn’s driveway, stretching from one side to the other. He contacted MidAmerica Basement Systems to have his issue addressed. PolyLevel was injected under the slabs to lift and level them back to their original position, stabilizing the area and filling the voids. After PolyLevel, NexusPro Joint Sealant was applied to all areas of the cracks. NexusPro helps prevent future cracking and seals off the area from seeping water. When water enters the area, it allows for ground washouts and settlement, which cause the slabs to sink and cracks. NexusPro also has a strong, flexible bond that allows for movement between the cold and hot seasons.

Scott was concerned about his unlevel driveway. Some areas had sunk leaving tripping hazards, making it unsafe for his children to play basketball in the driveway. He needed to level the area and when he saw his neighbors installing PolyLevel from MidAmerica Basement Systems, he quickly contacted them. Cole evaluated the driveway and talked about the advantages of PolyLevel. The high-density polymers quickly react to fill voids and lift the concrete with accurate results. The quick reactions prevent under- and over-lifting of the slabs, and allowing for the injected area to be accessed within minutes of application. NexusPro Joint Sealant was than applied to all the cracks to seal them from future rainfall. Diverting the water away from the ground under the concrete, helps creates a longer-lasting level and stable driveway.

Chris’ sidewalk leading to his front door was posing a large tripping threat to him and his guests. The sidewalk had sunken 3-inches from the concrete stairs. He contacted MidAmerica Basement Systems to have his concrete lifted and leveled. PolyLevel was injected into the sidewalk, filling the massive void that had initially caused the slab to sink. Once the void is filled, the PolyLevel expands, lifting the concrete back to its original position. Chris no longer has a 3-inch drop between his sidewalk and concrete stairs.

Homeowner Sandy has lived in her home for the last 12 years. In the last two years, she has slowly noticed that her driveway and sidewalk started to sink and crack. She knew that this was a safety hazard and wanted to seek professional advice on how to advance on correcting the situation. She decided to contact MidAmerica Basement Systems to learn about the PolyLevel technology that is offered. PolyLevel is a foam that is pumped under the concrete slabs to help bring them back up. The PolyLvell fills the void under the slab that is causing the slab.